No.9

Synchronizing form and time.

Ratings

Age

4+

Puzzle

Languages

English

Latest Version 0.9

Tue May 07 2024

- Bug fixes, RC

No.9 is a thoughtfully designed puzzle experience that challenges your logic and spatial awareness. The goal is to combine numbered tiles on a grid to reach the number nine. With its clean design and intuitive swipe controls, No.9 provides a stress-free environment for puzzle enthusiasts. Explore hundreds of hand-crafted levels that gradually increase in complexity, moving from simple 3x3 grids to intricate patterns that require careful planning. It’s the perfect game for unwinding and giving your brain a light, satisfying workout.

Dinsun Expert Review

Our Expert Score

85/100

No.9 is a fascinating 'zen' puzzle game that successfully challenges your spatial reasoning without being stressful. It feels like a high-end minimalist board game brought to life on your screen. The objective—connecting numbered tiles to reach the target '9'—is simple to understand but incredibly deep once the board begins to fill up.

The lack of a timer or move limit encourages a meditative approach to problem-solving. You’re constantly weighing the benefits of a quick connection versus setting up a massive chain reaction. The visual aesthetic is clean and distraction-free, with a soothing ambient soundtrack that helps you maintain a 'flow' state. It's the kind of game that is easy to pick up for five minutes but has enough tactical depth to keep you engaged for an hour. It’s a masterclass in elegant mobile design.

Dinsun reviewed on: Sat Jan 04 2025

Features

Hundreds of unique and colorful puzzle levels

Minimalist design with soothing color palettes

No-pressure gameplay with no timers

Intuitive drag-and-merge mechanics

Satisfying haptic feedback

Tips & Walkthrough

Spatial Planning

Don't just look for the nearest match. Because the board is finite, leaving a high-value tile in the middle can block your future connections. Always try to build your nines from the center outward to keep your placement options open.

Gameplays

The Power of Chains

While matching two tiles is easy, creating a chain of three or more tiles to reach nine provides a massive score bonus and clears more space. Try to save your 'Blank' tiles specifically to bridge gaps between high-value numbers.

Screenshot

Q&A

You can use the 'Undo' button to backtrack or the 'Hint' button to highlight the most efficient move on the board.

Ratings & Reviews

Anti-Anxiety Puzzles

Thu May 23 2024 DemoRaze

This is another pleasant puzzler from a developer whose games can be challenging and thoughtful, but they’re free of the pressure and frustration found in many puzzle games. I own the entire Puzzle Collection Box. With minimalist designs, relaxing soundtracks and unique gameplay, these games are about the simple joy of finding solutions to visual-spatial puzzles. I’m happy to pay for games like this.

A real present, and not even my birthday

Wed May 15 2024 Idontwant12345678

This developer makes games that focus on the fun of solving a puzzle. No overdone graphics or backstory you have to read to continue. I was delighted to see they put out a new puzzle. And their games are not rehashed games you’ve played in a different form. They are unique and not easy. Thank you.

Thinking out of the box has never been so relaxing

Sat Oct 19 2024 Eng1n33r7

This game is like those sliding tile puzzles, but without the limitations of the physical world. New concepts and limitations challenge you without making the puzzles larger, which makes it all play and solve time instead of simply a grind. The soundtrack sets the atmosphere perfectly.

Super relaxing

Sat Sep 06 2025 sad9gues0gw

This is one of my favorite puzzle games. Very relaxing. I have completed it several times and wish for more puzzles.

The best

Wed Apr 09 2025 Chrishagop

This developer is the best game developer on the App Store. Why don’t more people play!!! He understands logic and follow through like no one else. Thank you so much!!

Simply Delightful

Tue Sep 24 2024 Luminousllama

There’s a satisfaction I get from a minimalist style of game like this. It’s simple and elegant. Thank you for taking part in its creation!

Beautiful, elegant and thoroughly enjoyable

Thu May 30 2024 Pallajo

Thank you for such a lovely game. It is a joy to play such a work of art. I love all your games.

Calming

Tue Jan 28 2025 Lauren_ellaa

Makes me feel like a baby matching blocks into theright shape. 10/10